Mustard-Parmesan Whole Roasted Cauliflower

Step 1

Position oven rack in the bottom of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.

Step 2

Remove the leaves from the cauliflower, then trim the stem lush with the bottom of the head so the cauliflower sits flat on the prepared baking sheet. Rub the outside of each head with the cut of garlic.

Step 3

Whisk together the oil, 3 tablespoons mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few friends of black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 4

Put the cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet and brush the entire outside and inside with the mustard-oil mixture. Roast the cauliflower until nicely charred and tender. A skewer inserted in the center should pass through easily. This will take about 50 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 5

While you let the cooked cauliflower rest, combine the parsley and parmesan cheese in a small bowl.

Brush the outside of the roasted cauliflower heads all over with the remaining 1 tablespoon mustard and generously sprinkle with the parmesan cheese mixture.

Step 6

Cut the flower into thick wedges and serve with a sprinkle of salt, lemon wedges and any extra cheese mixture.